Hypatia was born in Alexandria, Egypt in the year 370 A.D. She was the daughter of a mathematician Theon. At the time of Hypatia's birth, he was a professor of mathematics at the University of Alexandria. He then became solely dedicated to producing the perfect human being. He taught Hypatia as much of his own knowledge of mathematics as possible. Theon also strived to have Hypatia be completely well-rounded by keeping her on a strict diet and exercise routine. She would row, swim, ride horses, and rock climb in order to have a healthy body. Hypatia also received training in the arts, literature, science and philosophy. Another important train that Theon stressed upon his daughter was the art of retort or orator which is the ability to impress others with their own presence and influence people with words. Theon also made sure to teach his daughter of world...